According to Xfinity Entertainment’s list of the 27 Movie Sequels Better Than The Original, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire along with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Parts 1 and 2 were the best sequels of the Harry Potter films:

7. ‘Goblet of Fire’ and ‘Deathly Hallows’

Technically, these “Harry Potter” films are sequels to sequels, but they far surpass the movies before them. “Goblet” is where Harry begins to get dark, angst-y and really do battle with Voldemort, while “Deathly Hallows” features the stunning two-part battle for Hogwarts. These movies are where the “Potter” series outgrew the constraints of typical book-to-film adaptations to become cinema gems.—XFINITY Entertainment Staff (Photo: Warner Brothers)

As many of you probably know, a big movie is coming out this weekend: Marvel’s The Avengers. Although many went to see the midnight show last night (myself included), it didn’t quite beat the champion: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2.

The Avengers‘ midnight income is estimated somewhere between $18m to $20m. However, Deathly Hallows Part 2 brought in $43.5m for their midnight opening. So, although these super heroes are one tough bunch, they aren’t quite strong enough to bring down the magic of Harry Potter.

We previously told you to get out and vote for Harry Potter at this year’s Jameson Empire Awards and you all did a very good job! Because Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 won for Best Film and director David Yates won for Best Director!

You can see a video below of David Yates accepting the award. Accepting for Best Film were David Yates, Bonnie Wright (Ginny Weasley), Matt Lewis (Neville Longbottom), and Evanna Lynch (Luna Lovegood).

Blu-ray.com have announced that the Harry Potter Wizards Collection is now available for preorder at Amazon.com for $349.99. The specific special contents of the set are not yet known, but the set will include Blu-ray and DVD editions of each film. Check back soon; we’ll post more information as it becomes available!

So, the big disappointment is, of course, the fact that Alan Rickman did not receive a nomination. The competition is stiff this year, and I’m sure everyone is very pleased with the nominations. It’s a huge honor.